2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Neon | Life |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |