2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon

To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.

Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.

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2008 Subaru Outback 2000 Plymouth Neon
Make Subaru Plymouth
Model Outback Neon
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 243 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2650 mm