1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Voyager | ML |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2913 mm |