2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2003 Mazda 6 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. 2003 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
