1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 991 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |