1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 18 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1993 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Neon | X6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
