2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Neon and 2006 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. 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 Chrysler Neon (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2006 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica 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 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Neon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
