2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 169 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
