2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Chrysler Neon
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Chrysler Neon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
