1993 Ford Royale vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Royale | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
