1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 900 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Crown Victoria | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 36 L |
