2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1523 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Taurus | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
