2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
