2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Neon | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1820 mm |
