2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Neon and 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon. 2006 Chrysler Neon has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 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.
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2006 Chrysler Neon | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Neon | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |