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 |