2004 Peugeot 106 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 106 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 106 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 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 | 880 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
