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Ford Crown Victoria P7 4.6 i V8 LX Sport (238 Hp)
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Ford Crown Victoria:
The Ford Crown Victoria is a full-size sedan that was marketed and manufactured by Ford. The successor to the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, two generations of the model line were produced from the 1992 until the 2012 model years. The Ford counterpart of the Mercury Grand Marquis, the Crown Victoria was the largest sedan marketed by Ford in North America, slotted above the Ford Taurus. The Crown Victoria Police Interceptor was marketed specifically for law-enforcement use; a long-wheelbase Crown Victoria sedan was marketed primarily for taxi cab fleets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
P7 Overview:
Ford Crown Victoria (P7). With 373 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1855 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.6 i V8 LX Sport (238 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest power bump provides slightly improved acceleration and responsiveness over the base V8, making it a bit more engaging without being truly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is expected to be similar to the 223 Hp version, remaining poor due to the engine size and vehicle weight. Not an economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability (Panther platform)
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, plush ride
- • Large trunk capacity
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain
- • Robust V8 engine for effortless cruising
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy
- • Outdated interior design and features
- • Handling is soft and not engaging
- • Limited safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1991 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Crown Victoria |
| Generation: | P7 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 LX Sport (238 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 238 Hp @ 4750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 51.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 373 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Modular [Same engine] More details about the engine Modular |
| Engine displacement: | 4601 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.2 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 128.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1855 |
| Max. weight: | 2305 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 583 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5385 mm [12mm less] |
| Width: | 1986 mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1443 mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2913 mm [8mm more] |
| Front track: | 1610 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1659 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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