1998 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Neon and 1998 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Neon weights approximately 128 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Dodge Neon (175 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Neon | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
