2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 98 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
