2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 281 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
