2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 561 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |