1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 236 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neon | B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
