2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 81 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Neon | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |