2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 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 24 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster (177 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Dacia |
| Model | Neon | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
