1994 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Voyager | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Sharan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |