2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 41 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
