1999 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |