2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 11 kg more 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
