2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 149 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 Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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. 2002 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | Avantissimo | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
