2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 100 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
