2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
