2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade 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 150 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1766 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade 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 | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Ballade |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |