2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Odyssey | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
