2004 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
