2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
