2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2002 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2002 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
