2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 766 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.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SL | Neon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |