2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 216 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. 2001 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
