2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2009 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Crown Victoria Mondeo
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.3 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83.1 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1781 kg 1437 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 59 L


 

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