2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon. 2006 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Neon | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
