2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 578 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 110 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 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 | 58 L | 79 L |