2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2000 GAZ 3111. 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 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2000 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Neon | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
