2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1488 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 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
