1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Saxo | Neon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
