2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1337 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Focus | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
