2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 224 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Neon | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |