2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 10 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
