1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2010 Alpina B3 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. 2010 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Alpina |
| Model | Voyager | B3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 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 | 1705 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
