2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 997 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Neon | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
