1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 923 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Neon | Navara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2488 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 2032 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 |