1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 178 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Crown Victoria | IPL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 338 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |