2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 228 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
