2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Chrysler Neon
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2002 Chrysler Neon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cavalier | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 87 L |
