2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Neon | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |