2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 53 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Neon | i30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
