2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Voyager | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2766 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |