2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Neon and 2005 Ford Escort were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
