2007 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Acura | Plymouth |
Model | MDX | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |