2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |