2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1997 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
