1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 389 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crown Victoria | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |