2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Terrain | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2650 mm |
