2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2003 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1997 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1997 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Statesman | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
