2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 9 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Neon | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Neon | Altea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |