2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Colorado | Neon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |