1996 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Altima |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |
