2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
