2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler 300 and 2003 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 233 kg more 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, 2003 Dodge Neon (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300. 2003 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
