2001 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2000 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Renault | Plymouth |
| Model | Megane | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
