2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Levante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
