1995 Ford Royale vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Royale | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
