2001 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. Both 2001 Dodge Neon and 2002 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Neon | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
