2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Neon and 2001 Holden UTE were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2001 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Neon | UTE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
