2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Blazer and 2000 Plymouth Neon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Blazer | Neon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |