1996 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Royale | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Royale | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |