1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 581 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Voyager 1997 Toyota Avensis
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Voyager Avensis
Year Released 1996 1997
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1761 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2640 mm


 

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