2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Crown Victoria | LR3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |