2001 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1546 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |