2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 341 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Neon | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |