2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Neon | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
