2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Neon | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2855 mm |