2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 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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2005 Audi A4 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A4 Voyager
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2880 mm