2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
