1997 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale. 2011 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Royale | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2837 mm |
