1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 641 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 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Crown Victoria | Yukon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 316 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |