2011 Chrysler 200 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 3 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 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, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 200 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4948 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
