1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1992 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crown Victoria | V |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |