2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
