1996 Ford Royale vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Royale | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
