2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
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 Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 579 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Protege |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
