2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
