2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Crown Victoria 2004 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model Crown Victoria 4Runner
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1777 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 87 L


 

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