2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chrysler Neon (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
