2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 820 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
Model | Silver Seraph | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 59 L |