1998 Chrysler Neon vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 441 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Neon | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Neon | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2616 mm |