2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 4,605 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 529 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
