2004 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 743 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Ka | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |