2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Mazda Demio 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 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 201 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio. 2000 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Demio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
