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Ford Crown Victoria P7 facelift 2003 4.6 i V8 32V (227 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 facelift 2003 Overview:
Ford Crown Victoria (P7 facelift 2003). With 369 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1875 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 177 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 32V (227 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, but acceleration is not a strong suit for its size and weight. The 2-valve SOHC V8 is known for smooth, linear power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is poor, typical for a large, naturally aspirated V8 of its era, making it an expensive choice for fuel-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability, especially for fleet use
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with a smooth ride
- • Smooth, traditional V8 power delivery
- • Robust body-on-frame construction
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain with readily available parts
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine variants
- • Outdated interior design and limited modern features
- • Soft handling and limited agility, not built for spirited driving
- • Lack of modern active safety technology compared to contemporaries
- • Large exterior dimensions can make urban parking challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(P7: 1999 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Crown Victoria |
| Generation: | P7 facelift 2003 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 32V (227 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 227 Hp @ 4800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 49.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 369 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: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 17.6 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: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 121.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 196.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1875 |
| Max. weight: | 2305 |
| Max load: | 430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 583 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5385 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1986 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1443 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2913 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1610 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1666 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) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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