2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Volkswagen | Plymouth |
Model | Jetta | Neon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2650 mm |