2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 483 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | CTS | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
