2005 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 706 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
Model | M | Neon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |