2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Royale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
