1998 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 13 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Royale | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
