2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-150 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
