1996 Ford Royale vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 13 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2009 Saab 9-7X 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. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Royale | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
