1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
