2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 759 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
