1996 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |