2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Neon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 334 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
