2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Neon and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
