2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |