2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 213 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
