1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 840 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Voyager | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2955 mm |
