1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |