2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Expedition | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
