2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |