1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Neon | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
