2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 155 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, 2009 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
