1998 Ford Royale vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Royale | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Royale | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |