1995 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Royale | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2803 mm |
