2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Neon | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
