2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Crown Victoria | Aurora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |