2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Neon and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Neon weights approximately 457 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
