2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 639 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Neon | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
