1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jaguar |
| Model | Voyager | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
