2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Lancia Nea

To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Nea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Nea 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 73 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Nea. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Nea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 407 kg more than 2001 Lancia Nea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Lancia Nea, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Nea. (314 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Nea.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Crown Victoria 2001 Lancia Nea
Make Ford Lancia
Model Crown Victoria Nea
Year Released 2003 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2445 cc
Horse Power 221 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 314 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1777 kg 1370 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2590 mm


 

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