2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Pontiac | Plymouth |
Model | Grand Prix | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |