1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 10 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 240 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (386 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Vision |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
