2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 99 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2001 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Explorer | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
