2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
