2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
