2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 481 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | E-250 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |