2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 159 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Captiva 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Captiva Voyager
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm


 

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