1993 Ford Royale vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Royale | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
