2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 990 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
