1995 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Royale | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| 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 | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
