1994 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 203 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neon | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
