2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
