2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Excursion | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 107 L |
