2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 597 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Equinox | Neon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
