2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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. Both 2007 Honda CR-V and 1997 Plymouth Neon are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 453 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | CR-V | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 190 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 | 1562 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |