1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Spur | Edge |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 132 L |
