2000 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GS | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |