1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 932 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
Model | Silver Spirit | Escape |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 66 L |