2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
