2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Neon would be higher. Both 2005 Chrysler Neon and 2006 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
