1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 205 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 Subaru WX 01 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
