1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2005 Ford Galaxy 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. 2005 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
