2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Neon | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |