2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Neon and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2001 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
