2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 401 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | ML | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
