2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (301 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1507 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Neon | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
