2004 Dodge Neon vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3386 mm |
