2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1786 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
