2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Neon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2855 mm |
