2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 866 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Neon | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Neon | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |
