2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 1997 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Xsara | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
