2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 104 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
