2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 4 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 (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2000 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Neon | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
