2001 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Neon, 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Neon | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
