2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 339 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Milan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |