2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2002 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise 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 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Neon | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
