2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Versa, 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 (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Versa | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
