2002 Chrysler Neon vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Neon | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
