2002 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | A6 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |