1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Silver Spur | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 79 L |
