2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Pajero | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |