1995 Ford Royale vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Ford Royale | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Royale | Sierra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3378 mm |