1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 579 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Citroen |
| Model | Voyager | C3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
