2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 420 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Crown Victoria | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |