1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, both vehicles can yield 179 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
