1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 209 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx. 2000 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Bx has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Bx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Bx | Neon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
