2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Neon | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
