2007 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon. 2001 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
