2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 405 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
