2000 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2000 Audi A8 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. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Audi A8 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A8 Voyager
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2880 mm