2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 626 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 Hyundai i30, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown Victoria | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
