2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 386 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
