2006 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
