2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2000 Volkswagen AAC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 213 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | AAC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |