2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 7 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 571 kg more than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Excursion | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 719 Nm |
| 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 | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
