2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Neon | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
