1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Neon and 1996 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 1996 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Caddy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |