2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Neon | Freelander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |