2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Neon weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Neon 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Neon Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1171 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 55 L


 

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