2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | C | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
