2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 357 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
