1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 795 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 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Voyager | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |