2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2011 Ford S-Max and 2011 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2011 Ford S-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max, 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford S-Max | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | S-Max | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
