1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 431 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Neon | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
