2003 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 1998 Honda Legend 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. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
