2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Corniche | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |