2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2650 mm |
