2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Honda City

To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 221 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Neon 2003 Honda City
Make Dodge Honda
Model Neon City
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1161 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2510 mm


 

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