1993 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1993 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Royale | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
