2008 SSC Aero vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 837 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 988 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2008 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 SSC Aero | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | SSC | Ford |
Model | Aero | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1062 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 1357 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |