2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2001 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2001 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
