2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C2 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 79 L |
