2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Focus, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |