2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 121 kg more than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Five Hundred | Corniche |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |