1998 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Neon. (175 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Neon. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Neon | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |