2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Neon | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
