2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic 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 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
