1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Infiniti Q45.

Because 1999 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Infiniti Q45 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Infiniti Plymouth
Model Q45 Voyager
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4128 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1759 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2880 mm


 

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