2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400

To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Crown Victoria 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Crown Victoria 400
Year Released 2003 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 221 HP 287 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1777 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3050 mm


 

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