2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Highlander | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Highlander | Neon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2650 mm |