2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Uplander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |