2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid 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 207 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
