2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 453 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Neon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |