1999 Acura SLX vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
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, 1999 Acura SLX, 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 (359 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura SLX | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | SLX | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2920 mm |