1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 443 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Plymouth | Citroen |
Model | Neon | C5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |