2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Neon | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Neon | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |