2004 Acura CL vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 1995 Ford Royale | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | CL | Royale |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |