1997 Ford Royale vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Royale | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
