2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 209 kg more 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
