2004 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Neon and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 104 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Neon | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |