1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 243 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1997 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
