Chrysler Neon 1997 vs Mazda 626 1997

 
Chrysler Neon
1997 - 1999
Mazda 626
1997 - 1999
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 133 HP115 HP
Torque: 174 NM170 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.2 seconds9.9 seconds
Chrysler Neon is more dynamic to drive.
Chrysler Neon engine produces 18 HP more power than Mazda 626, whereas torque is 4 NM more than Mazda 626. Thanks to more power Chrysler Neon reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.57.9
Real fuel consumption: 9.2 l/100km8.0 l/100km
The Mazda 626 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Chrysler Neon consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 626, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Chrysler Neon could require 90 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Chrysler Neon consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 626.
Fuel tank capacity: 47 litres64 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 550 km in combined cycle810 km in combined cycle
710 km on highway1000 km on highway
510 km with real consumption800 km with real consumption
Mazda 626 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 380'000 km440'000 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 Mazda 626 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 11 years20 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Chrysler Stratus, Dodge NeonUsed only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
The Chrysler Neon engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.36 m4.58 m
Width: 1.71 m1.71 m
Height: 1.37 m1.43 m
Chrysler Neon is 22 cm shorter than the Mazda 626, width is practically the same , while the height of Chrysler Neon is 6 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 364 litres502 litres
Mazda 626 has more luggage space.
Chrysler Neon has 138 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 626.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters10.4 meters
The turning circle of the Chrysler Neon is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mazda 626, which means Chrysler Neon can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`6001`685
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 600800
Pros and Cons: Chrysler Neon has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower price
Mazda 626 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
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