2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Explorer | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 94 L |