2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
