2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C3 | Neon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |