2000 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2000 Audi R8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1923 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.

Because 2000 Audi R8 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 2000 Audi R8. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi R8 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Audi Plymouth
Model R8 Voyager
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3595 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 237 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 307 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2880 mm


 

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