2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I35 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
Model | I35 | Neon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |