2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
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, 2010 Ford E-350, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
