2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Neon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |