1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
