2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1995 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Firebird (275 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 367 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1995 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
