2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 772 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Trajet | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |