2008 Ford GT vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.

Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford GT 1999 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ford Plymouth
Model GT Voyager
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2880 mm


 

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