2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Neon | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |