2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |