2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Dodge Neon | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Neon | Captiva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |