2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1996 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Renault | Plymouth |
| Model | Kangoo | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
