2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2000 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 400 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 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 2000 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
