2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Neon and 2002 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Neon | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |