2005 Dodge Neon vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 1993 Toyota Cressida 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 1993 Toyota Cressida. 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 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
