2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 344 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Town & Country | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |