2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
