1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
