2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | B | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 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 | 1310 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
