2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2003 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Neon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |