2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Commander | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |
