1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. 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 (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Voyager | V50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |