1997 Ford Royale vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Royale | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
