2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 11 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), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Sprinter | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2731 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2650 mm |
