2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 263 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 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 Lincoln MKT, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Crown Victoria | MKT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
