2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Neon and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 64 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2001 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model Neon Zafira
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1609 kg 1540 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2700 mm


 

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