1997 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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. Both 1997 Ford Royale and 2007 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Royale | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
