2003 Chrysler Neon vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Neon and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 420 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Neon | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Neon | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |