2003 Lexus GX vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2003 Lexus GX and 2003 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | GX | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
