2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2000 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 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:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 206 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
