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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 400 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 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 | 4605 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
