1998 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 15 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Royale | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2475 mm |
