2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 12 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Flex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
