2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 669 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 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
