2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
