1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 247 kg more than 1996 Chrysler 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, 1996 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
