2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.

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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Vectra 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Holden Plymouth
Model Vectra Voyager
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2880 mm


 

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