2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Highlander 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Toyota Ford
Model Highlander Crown Victoria
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.5 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 72 L


 

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