2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Neon | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
