2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota XYR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota XYR would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR, 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | XYR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
