1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Neon. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
