1999 Chrysler Neon vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Neon. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chrysler Neon | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Neon | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3078 mm |