1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |