1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Elantra 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Hyundai Ford
Model Elantra Crown Victoria
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 130 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1233 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2920 mm