2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 819 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Sierra 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 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
