2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40, 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 Park Ward (499 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (340 Nm). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Park Ward | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
