2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe

To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1704 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Ford Focus 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Focus Phantom Drophead Coupe
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 453 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 719 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2670 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5608 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3320 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 80 L


 

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