2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (365 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Neon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |