2001 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Neon (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2604 mm |
