2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Kia Opirus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
