2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 686 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 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Renault | Plymouth |
Model | Vel Satis | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |