1999 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 2012 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1999 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1999 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |