2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |