2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 (759 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (720 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Excursion | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
