2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Neon and 2001 Toyota Condor 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 165 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 249 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor. 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 Chrysler Neon (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2001 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Condor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
