2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
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, 2000 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2000 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Taurus | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Taurus | Voyager |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |