2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mondeo | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
