2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster 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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2009 Honda Civic 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. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Neon 2009 Honda Civic
Make Dodge Honda
Model Neon Civic
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2660 mm


 

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