2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Xsara | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |