2012 Nissan Navara vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Navara | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Navara | Neon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
