1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | A | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
