2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 254 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
