1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 197 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Silverado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 298 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |