1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
