1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 16 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | CC |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2708 mm |