2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
