2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |
