2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Neon and 2002 Volkswagen W12 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Because 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12. 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 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | W12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
