2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |