2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
