2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 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 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
