2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 716 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Crown Victoria 1993 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Crown Victoria Mondeo
Year Released 2001 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 235 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.3 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1781 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 61 L


 

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