2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Vaneo | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
