2002 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Neon 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 11 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, 2002 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Neon | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4300 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
