2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | C | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
