Volvo S40 vs. Ford Crown Victoria
When comparing the Volvo S40's and the Ford Crown Victoria's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S40 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford Crown Victoria has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo S40's and the Ford Crown Victoria's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Volvo S40 vs. Ford Crown Victoria Pricing
A used 2011 Volvo S40 ranges from $4,800 to $11,995 while a used 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is priced between $4,974 to $13,455.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo S40’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Ford Crown Victoria base engine makes 239 horsepower. The S40 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 477 miles. The Crown Victoria is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. This gives the Volvo S40 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Crown Victoria. The S40 uses gasoline, and the Crown Victoria uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Crown Victoria has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo S40 and Ford Crown Victoria are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4800 - 11995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4974 - 13455
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo S40 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
Volvo S40 Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Crown Victoria Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Volvo S40 Trim Levels
T5, T5 R-Design
Ford Crown Victoria Trim Levels
Commerical Fleet, LX, Police Interceptor, Police Interceptor Pursuit
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 477 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 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:
3363 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/55R17