2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 575 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
