2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Neon | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
