2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | F-250 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3820 mm |
