1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |