2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Neon weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (177 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
