2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2000 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Astra weights approximately 12 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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 2000 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Neon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
