2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2007 Lexus IS 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Crown Victoria | IS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
