2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 768 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
