2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SLR McLaren | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |