2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Ridgeline | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
