1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
