2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
