2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 8 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 297 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler 200, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Crown Victoria | 200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |