2003 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon. 2004 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
