2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
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 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
