2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 62 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
