1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 845 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
| Model | Voyager | iOn |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
