2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
