1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 849 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80, 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (381 Nm). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Seraph | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |
