2003 Acura EL vs. 2005 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2005 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | EL | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
