2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |