1997 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Royale | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Royale | Tribute |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |