1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
