1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 6 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Voyager | Montana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |