2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 831 kg more than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Excursion | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 108 L |
