1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
