2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Doblo | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
