2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Plymouth |
| Model | Touran | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
