2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
