2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 241 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Familia | Neon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |