2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 6 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), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Neon | Element |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |