2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 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 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
