2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A6 Voyager
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 3778 cc
Horse Power 177 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 307 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm


 

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