2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 697 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Crown Victoria | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 844 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |