2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 367 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |