2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Neon | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3009 mm |