2007 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
