2007 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Royale |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
