2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 752 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Neon | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
