1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 801 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Neon | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
