2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 859 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.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Neon | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
