2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Neon | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Neon | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |