2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2004 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
