1998 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Neon and 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 571 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Neon. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Neon | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Neon | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
