2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
