1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 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, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria.
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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
