2005 Acura CL vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 9 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Acura | Plymouth |
Model | CL | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |