2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1993 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Crown Victoria | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |