2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 372 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
