2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Crown Victoria | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |