2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 294 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.
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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Neon | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
