2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 397 kg more than 1994 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Taurus | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
