2002 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 3 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 976 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
