2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Neon | Exeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2642 mm |