2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-150 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
