2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 641 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
