2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Neon | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
