2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
