2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 391 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
