1994 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1994 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Neon | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
