2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Neon and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 2005 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
