1997 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Royale | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
