2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Corolla | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2650 mm |
