1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 8 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Voyager | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Voyager | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
