1994 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 259 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, 2011 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Escape |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |