2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 3 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte 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 772 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
