2004 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 8 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.

Because 2004 AC Aceca 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2004 AC Aceca 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make AC Plymouth
Model Aceca Voyager
Year Released 2004 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3504 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 346 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2880 mm


 

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