2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Seraph | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3050 mm |
