2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Plymouth |
| Model | Golf | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
