1995 Ford Royale vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2012 Audi S5 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. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Royale | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Royale | S5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |