2006 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
