2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
