1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Voyager | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
