2000 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Edge |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3505 mm |
