1997 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Voyager | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1800 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
