2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Corvette | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |