2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 159 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Neon | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |