1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 4 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 921 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Voyager | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |