2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 600 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
