2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando 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.
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2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Crown Victoria | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |