1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 551 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Neon | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
