2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Royale |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2560 mm |
