2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Neon | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
