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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Neon | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |