2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Entourage | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |