1998 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 2007 Subaru Forester 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. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Royale | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Royale | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |