1997 Ford Royale vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Royale | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2934 mm |
