2005 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2003 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Escape | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Escape | Neon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |