2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 454 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |