2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Neon | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |