2009 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 541 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | A8 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |