2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Saturn LW, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Crown Victoria | LW |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |