1993 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 12 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Royale | A |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
