1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (296 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 98 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.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Crown Victoria | X670 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2815 mm |