2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 649 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Neon | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
