2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
