2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Neon and 2004 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Neon weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (176 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
