2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Outlander | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
