2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
