1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 168 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
