2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
