2001 Toyota BB vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB, 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota BB | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | BB | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |