2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xantia and 2000 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Dodge 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xantia | Neon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |