2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
