2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Neon | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3002 mm |
