2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |
