2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.

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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 1995 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ford Plymouth
Model Focus Voyager
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2860 mm


 

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