2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 792 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Soul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
