2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (206 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Crown Victoria | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |