2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 89 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 86 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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |