2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2001 Ford Crown Victoria and 2001 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 117 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 311 kg more than 2001 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sonoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |