1996 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Royale | Agila |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
