2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Neon | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2885 mm |
