1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Neon | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
