1995 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2011 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2011 Dodge Charger 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. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Royale | Charger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3053 mm |
