2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Honda Insight 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Neon weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Neon | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |