2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana 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. Both 2000 Dodge Neon and 2001 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Perdana weights approximately 84 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.
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 (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Neon | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
