2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Neon | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |