2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 911 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
