2006 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316 and 2005 Chrysler Neon are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2006 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 2005 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
