2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 583 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Durango | Neon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |