1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.
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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Voyager | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |