2007 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |