2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2003 Nissan Maxima, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |