2003 Chrysler Neon vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Neon and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Neon | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Neon | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |