2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2009 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Fusion | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
