1998 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Royale | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Royale | Hilux |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3090 mm |