2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 139 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2001 Chrysler Neon (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
