2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Ram | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2880 mm |