2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
