2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2001 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
