1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 756 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2920 mm |