2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 66 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon. 2001 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Neon | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
