2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
