2000 Dodge Avenger 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 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2001 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 Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Avenger | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
