Chevrolet Caprice vs. Ford Crown Victoria
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Caprice and Ford Crown Victoria contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Caprice and the Ford Crown Victoria.
When we compare the Chevrolet Caprice's and the Ford Crown Victoria's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Caprice has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Crown Victoria has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Caprice's and the Ford Crown Victoria's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Caprice is a better car than the Ford Crown Victoria.
Pricing: A used 2011 Chevrolet Caprice ranges from $7,995 to $25,971 while a used 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is priced between $3,961 to $15,990.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Caprice’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Ford Crown Victoria base engine makes 239 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Caprice has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear leg room. The Ford Crown Victoria has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$30,170
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,950
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$13,958
Price Range:
$7,995 - $25,971
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
9,330
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,463
Price Range:
$3,961 - $15,990
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
27
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
131,385
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Chevrolet Caprice Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Crown Victoria Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Caprice
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Crown Victoria
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet Caprice Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Crown Victoria Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Chevrolet Caprice Trim Levels
Detective, Police Patrol
Ford Crown Victoria Trim Levels
Commerical Fleet, LX, Police Interceptor, Police Interceptor Pursuit
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
384 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
239 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
287 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Power outlet:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4259 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
204.2 inches
Wheelbase:
118.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4127 lbs
Width:
84.5 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
212 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black Metallic
Gray
Alto Gray Metallic
Green
Karma Metallic
Orange
Mirage Glow
Red
Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Heron White
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray / Silver Birch Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Dark Toreador Red Metallic
Silver
Silver Grey Metallic
White
Vibrant White
Blue
Dark Blue / Light Blue Metallic / Light Ice Blue Metallic / Norsea Blue Metallic / Royal Blue / Ultra Blue Metallic
Brown
Medium Brown Metallic / Smokestone Metallic
Yellow
School Bus Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal / Charcoal Black
Brown
Light Camel
