2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 129 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 641 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 1997 Xedos 6, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Crown Victoria | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |