2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 368 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Neon | Altima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |