1995 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 18 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Royale | XTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2831 mm |
