1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Audi A4

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 646 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.

Because 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2008 Audi A4 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. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Plymouth Voyager 2008 Audi A4
Make Plymouth Audi
Model Voyager A4
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2660 mm