2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale. 2007 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Royale |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
