1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2010 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lincoln |
| Model | Voyager | MKX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2824 mm |
