2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Neon | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
