2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 409 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Pilot | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |