2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2000 Hyundai Neos and 2000 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Neos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 403 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Neos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Neos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Neos | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
