2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 291 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Neon | Verano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
