2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 186 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
