2002 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2001 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Primera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
