1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Voyager | Croma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |