2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Voyager.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. 2002 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Sorento | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
