2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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 2009 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Explorer | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
