2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.
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 Kia Spectra, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra 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 | 2009 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Crown Victoria | Spectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
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 Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |