2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
