2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2881 mm |
