1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Neon | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
