2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 757 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Commander | Neon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |