2004 Holden UTE vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2004 Holden UTE 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.

Because 2004 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE. 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 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Holden UTE 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Holden Plymouth
Model UTE Voyager
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2880 mm


 

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