2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
