1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 13 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Voyager | Trafic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |