2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 653 kg more than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
