2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |