2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 8 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 745 kg more than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Excursion | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |
