2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 600 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Because 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (279 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Chrysler Kia
Model Grand Voyager Magentis
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 179 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L


 

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