2003 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Neon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |