2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C5 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
