2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti M 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 | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Crown Victoria | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
