2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Neon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |