2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 664 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Neon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
