2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Neon and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 639 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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 (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chrysler | Smart |
Model | Neon | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 970 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |