1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 (262 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Voyager | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
