2002 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Montero | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
