2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2006 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis.
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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
