1996 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Royale | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
