2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Freestar | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3571 mm |
