1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 393 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Multivan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |