2002 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2002 BMW 330 and 2002 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2002 Dodge Neon | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Neon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |