2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi SUP 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | SUP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
