2002 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2002 Audi R8 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1703 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.

Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (275 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi R8 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Audi Plymouth
Model R8 Voyager
Year Released 2002 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 610 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 698 Nm 275 Nm
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2880 mm


 

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