2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Freestyle | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
