2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 469 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
