2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
