2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Mountaineer | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |