2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
