Chrysler Neon 1997 vs Audi A3 1996
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| 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: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 133 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 174 NM | 173 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Chrysler Neon is more dynamic to drive. Chrysler Neon engine produces 8 HP more power than Audi A3, whereas torque is 1 NM more than Audi A3. Thanks to more power Chrysler Neon reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 | 8.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 8.6 l/100km | |
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The Chrysler Neon is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Chrysler Neon consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3, which means that by driving the Chrysler Neon over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Chrysler Neon consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 580 km in combined cycle | 660 km in combined cycle | |
| 780 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| 580 km with real consumption | 630 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Chrysler Stratus, Dodge Neon | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi A3 1996 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A3 1996 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.37 m | 1.42 m | |
| Chrysler Neon is 21 cm longer than the Audi A3, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Chrysler Neon is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 364 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1110 litres | |
| Chrysler Neon has 14 litres more trunk space than the Audi A3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chrysler Neon is 0.1 metres less than that of the Audi A3. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 1`650 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 600 | 1000 | |
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