1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 2011 Hyundai Getz 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. 2011 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Plymouth Voyager 2011 Hyundai Getz
Make Plymouth Hyundai
Model Voyager Getz
Year Released 1996 2011
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2460 mm