2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Neon | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
