2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1109 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 141 L |
