2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |
