2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Neon and 2002 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 774 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
