2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
