2001 Infiniti I vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 401 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti I | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
| Model | I | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
