2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Jeep Ford
Model Wrangler Crown Victoria
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3979 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 172 HP 224 HP
Torque 319 Nm 359 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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