2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1923 kg more than 2003 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Neon | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Neon | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |