The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
1.6 Petrol
1.6 Petrol
Performance
Power:
85 HP
115 HP
Torque:
127 NM
157 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
11 seconds
Volkswagen Passat engine produces 30 HP less power than Chrysler Neon, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Chrysler Neon.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
7.3
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
47 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Chrysler Neon) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen Passat) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
4.44 m
4.39 m
Width:
1.68 m
1.71 m
Height:
1.38 m
1.42 m
Volkswagen Passat is 5 cm longer than the Chrysler Neon, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Passat is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
390 litres
370 litres
Volkswagen Passat has 20 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler Neon.
Turning diameter:
10.7 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Passat is 0.1 metres less than that of the Chrysler Neon.
