2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1999 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1999 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Murano | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |