1996 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Royale | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Royale | A4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |