1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Plymouth Neon | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Neon | ForFour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |