1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. Both 1999 Ford Expedition and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria are equipped with a 4,604 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 496 kg more than 1999 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
