2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |