2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 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 125 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
