2006 Ford GT vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | GT | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |