1996 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Royale | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
