2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 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 Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Neon | Q3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |