Chrysler vs. Kia
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chrysler and Kia contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chrysler and Kia cars.
When comparing the Chrysler brand to the Kia brand, Kia has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, horsepower, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.
Chrysler versus Kia: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chrysler versus Kia pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Kia in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Kia also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Kia models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Kia, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Kia the overall advantage over Chrysler.
Chrysler versus Kia: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Kia vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Both Chrysler and Kia vehicles have the same MPG in 2 comparisons.
Chrysler versus Kia: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Kia shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Chrysler offers 1 sedan and 3 minivans. In comparison, Kia offers 13 SUVs, 1 wagon, 4 sedans, 1 hatchback, and 1 minivan.
Drivetrain Options: Chrysler offers 3 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid. Kia offers 11 gasoline vehicles, 3 hybrids, 3 plug-in hybrids, and 3 electric vehicles.
Chrysler offers 2 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Kia offers 12 all-wheel-drive models, 15 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
$40,976 - $58,780
Chrysler Voyager
$37,442 - $64,345
New Car Pricing
Minivans
Kia Carnival
$36,195 - $49,814
Kia Carnival
$36,195 - $49,814
Used Car Pricing
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
$38,681 - $81,566
Chrysler Voyager
$35,998 - $67,979
Used Car Pricing
Minivans
Kia Carnival
$33,988 - $49,498
Kia Carnival
$33,988 - $49,498
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
47.8%
Chrysler Voyager
45.9%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Minivans
Kia Carnival
44.8%
Kia Carnival
44.8%
Horsepower / Torque
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
287 hp / 262 foot-lbs
Chrysler Voyager
287 hp / 262 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Minivans
Kia Carnival
290 hp / 262 foot-lbs
Kia Carnival
290 hp / 262 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
19 / 28 / 22
Chrysler Voyager
19 / 28 / 22
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Minivans
Kia Carnival
19 / 26 / 22
Kia Carnival
19 / 26 / 22
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
7.5 / 10
Chrysler Voyager
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Minivans
Kia Carnival
Not available
Kia Carnival
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
6.1 / 10
Chrysler Voyager
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Minivans
Kia Carnival
Not available
Kia Carnival
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
9.0 / 10
Chrysler Voyager
10 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Minivans
Kia Carnival
Not available
Kia Carnival
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
7.5 / 10
Chrysler Voyager
7.6 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Minivans
Kia Carnival
7.7 / 10
Kia Carnival
7.7 / 10
