2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 585 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 415 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |