1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Voyager 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Plymouth SsangYong
Model Voyager Chairman H
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2910 mm


 

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