2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 685 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 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Neon | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
