2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
