1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Neon | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
