2003 Chrysler Neon vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Neon and 2003 Mazda Demio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Neon | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Demio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
