1995 Plymouth Neon vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Neon | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Neon | Megane |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |