1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Plymouth Voyager 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Plymouth Mercedes-Benz
Model Voyager SL
Year Released 1995 1997
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 2799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm


 

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