2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 606 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercury Mountaineer 1994 Plymouth Voyager
Make Mercury Plymouth
Model Mountaineer Voyager
Year Released 2005 1994
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 100 HP
Torque 345 Nm 183 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2011 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2860 mm


 

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